Hardware Quality Engineer

Location
: MA101:
Andover MA 350 Lowell St Essex 350 Lowell Street Essex, Andover, MA, 01810 USA

Date Posted
:

Country
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United States of America

Position Role Type
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Onsite

U.S. Citizenship / Security Clearance
: U.S. citizenship required; ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance (DoD Clearance: Secret).

At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling – to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today’s mission and stay ahead of tomorrow’s threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world.

• Baseline factory metrics (scrap, rework, FPY, etc.), identify top drivers, forecast future demand for top drivers and identify areas of opportunity for improvement assuring clear identification, control, and disposition of nonconformities.
• Engage and support shop floor personnel and manufacturing defect prevention teams to ensure alignment on top priorities (using baseline data and future forecast). These tools are used to drive and facilitate compliance resolution, containment, Root Cause Analysis and Corrective Action Implementation within closed loop process controls.
• Perform process walks, operator observations, and lead manufacturing team discussions to drive process enhancements to reduce variation.
• Lead/Drive Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) initiatives (PFMEA, control Plans, SPC, etc.) using baseline metrics and future demand with the ability to perform verification/validation of improvements and efficiencies to facilitate defect prevention.
• Integrate product and process verifications such as First Articles and audits throughout value stream processes to prevent quality escapes, optimize throughput and assure on‑time delivery of products and services.
• High degree of interaction with operators, test engineering, process engineering and operations staff, requiring effective organizational, verbal, and written communication skills.

• Typically requires a Bachelor of Science in Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) or other technical field of study, and a minimum of two (2) years of Quality Engineering or related industry experience.
• Manufacturing process experience (assembly, fabrication, inspection, test).
• Previous experience working directly with production hardware.
• Experience in leading or participating in Root Cause Corrective Action, implementing corrective and preventative actions.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government‑issued security clearance is required. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance.

• Demonstrated knowledge of key process characteristics and ability to implement effective process control techniques.
• Able to facilitate cross‑functional teams in systematic improvement activities (e.g. 6‑sigma, lean manufacturing).
• Experience with data analysis, analyzing raw data and developing relevant visual aids (Pivot Tables, paretos, charts).
• Strong familiarity with ISO 9001 and/or AS9100 quality management systems.
• Strong familiarity with MIL‑STD‑883 requirements and microelectronics manufacturing in a cleanroom environment.
• Experience with statistical analysis software such as Minitab or JMP.
• Experience developing and/or monitoring Quality Metrics (Scrap, DPU, First Pass Yield), process (SPC) charts.
• Six Sigma, ASQ Certifications.

• Whether you’re just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a total rewards package that goes above and beyond with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement, and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs.
• Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance, and child/adult backup care.

• Onsite:
  Employees who are working in onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and…